How To Fix /SRMSMC/BPH000 - Enter a hierarchy type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/BPH -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Enter a hierarchy type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/BPH000 - Enter a hierarchy type ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/BPH000 Enter a hierarchy type typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when a user is trying to create or manage a business partner hierarchy but has not specified a hierarchy type. This error indicates that the system requires a hierarchy type to proceed with the operation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy Type: The user did not select or enter a hierarchy type when attempting to create or modify a business partner hierarchy.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of hierarchy types in the system, leading to the inability to select or recognize a hierarchy type.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the requirement to specify a hierarchy type in the transaction or screen they are working on.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify a Hierarchy Type:
  
  When prompted with the error message, check the input fields and ensure that you have selected or entered a valid hierarchy type.
  If you are unsure of the available hierarchy types, you may need to consult your system administrator or refer to the documentation for the specific hierarchy types configured in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, verify that the hierarchy types are correctly defined in the system.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to ensure that hierarchy types are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to business partner hierarchies in SRM for additional guidance on how to properly enter a hierarchy type.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If this error is common among users, consider providing training or documentation to help users understand the importance of specifying a hierarchy type when working with business partner hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP SRM that deal with business partner management and hierarchy creation.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Support: If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully manage business partner hierarchies in SAP SRM.